Vehicle recall 87V169000 · October 26, 1987

1988 Buick Skylark

Unexpected loss of tail lamp and side marker lamp function may occur, reducing other drivers ability to see the vehicle.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Unexpected loss of tail lamp and side marker lamp function may occur, reducing other drivers ability to see the vehicle.
Consequence: This could lead to a vehicle crash without prior warningin conditions of poor visibility, severe weather or nighttime.
Remedy: Replace headlight switch panel.
Notes: System: headlight switch panel.vehicle description: passenger cars with electronic digital instrument cluster.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 87V169000
Reported to NHTSA: October 26, 1987
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: November 4, 1987
Vehicles potentially affected: 101
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch

Recall 87V169000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Buick Skylark (1988): 1988

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